Prekindergarten
The Baltimore County Public Schools Prekindergarten Program provides learning experiences that address the cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical needs of young children. BCPS hosts half-day and full-day sessions and follow the same school year calendar as other grades.
Children who will be 4 years old on or before September 1 are eligible to be screened for Prekindergarten. Prekindergarten screening and registration occurs at all elementary schools in Baltimore County, beginning in March. Interested parents should contact their neighborhood school regarding program availability and specific dates and procedures for prekindergarten screening. Parents may also call the Office of Early Childhood Programs at 443-809-4313 for more information.
Prekindergarten Registration Forms
Early Admission to Prekindergarten (students born between September 2 and October 14)
Prekindergarten Program Introduction Videos - click on the links below to view the video in multiple languages
English Prekindergarten Introduction Video
Spanish Prekindergarten Introduction Video
Arabic Prekindergarten Introduction Video
Burmese Prekindergarten Introduction Video
Chinese Prekindergarten Introduction Video
Yoruba Prekindergarten Introduction Video
Prekindergarten Curriculum
Unit 1: Connecting With School and Friends
Unit 2: Our Environment
Unit 3: How Structures are Built
Unit 4: Exploring Museums
Unit 5: Growing Our Garden
Unit 6: How We've Grown
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